Clinical Secretary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Secretary to join our team at Methodist Health System. As a Clinical Secretary, you will provide general office and secretarial services, including basic filing, reception, telephone, and word processing responsibilities.

• Coordinates and assists in orientation for new secretaries.
• Maintains PAR levels by ordering office/clinical/nutritional supplies as needed.
• Performs receptionist duties, including answering the department telephone, recording complete messages, greeting patients/visitors in a professional and timely manner, providing general information and direction, maintaining appointment schedules and department files.
• Responsible for preparation, accuracy, and completeness of reports, records, and clinical packets.
• Communicates with clinical team regarding pending discharges, occupied and unoccupied bed status, and bed tracking reports.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness in and around work area, centralized nurses' station/work area, and other assigned areas.
• Manages patient intercom system by answering call bell in a timely manner and timely notifications of appropriate clinical staff.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately.

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. We are a trusted choice for health and wellness, with a network of 12 hospitals and numerous clinics located throughout the region. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned, including Magnet designations for several of our medical centers and recognition as one of the fastest-growing health systems in America.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year work experience preferred.
• Ability to type 30 words per minute.
• Able to professionally and effectively communicate (orally and in writing).